8legs: St. john's, usa

#1 out of 1

Donnie Freeman commits to St. John’s over Kentucky Basketball

Donnie Freeman commits to St. John’s, choosing Rick Pitino over Kentucky.
Freeman was viewed as a top talent during Kentucky’s recruiting, but the move shifted to St. John’s after Pitino’s push.
Freeman’s injury history poses risk but his talent is high upside for St. John’s.
Freeman averaged 16.5 points and 7.2 rebounds last season but played only 23 games due to injuries.
Kentucky offered Freeman around $3 million as they chased a high-value transfer.
The loss adds to Kentucky’s portal‑season challenges as they seek frontcourt targets.
Freeman’s recruitment was one of the most high‑risk, high‑reward targets in the market.
Despite the loss, Kentucky remains in pursuit of other transfers through the portal.
The article notes UConn, Florida, and Tennessee among rivals during Freeman’s recruitment.
The story highlights a late push from Rick Pitino and the St. John’s program.
The report is attributed to 247 Sports' Sydney Cuillier and other voices in the piece.

Vote 0